If a disaster struck in your community right now, do you think you would be prepared for it?
According to a new online survey, Atlantic Canadians think they would be. The Ontario Science Centre recently asked Canadians on their views about natural disasters and their preparedness. Out of the Atlantic Canadians surveyed, 84 per cent felt they would know what supplies their household would need when faced with an emergency and three days without electricity.
This number is very different compared to the overall national figure that found one out of every three Canadians claim to know what supplies they need in their households.
The survey also found that 76 per cent of Canadians believe that natural disasters are occurring more frequently, and because of climate change, there will be more occurrences of big disasters in the future. The Ontario Science Centre completed the survey in time for their new exhibition Nature Unleashed, which takes a closer look at disasters around the world and how we can prepare. Check out the preview video.
The Red Cross provides lots of preparedness tips and information to the public, including what sort of items should be in your emergency kit.
Do you feel that disasters are happening more often? How prepared do you feel for any potential disasters where you live? We would love to hear your thoughts.